Join us for Words with Nerds, a variety infotainment event that's like a PowerPoint party mixed with stand-up comedy. Think TED Talks, but way funnier. A great show for information sponges who love to laugh! This August, come prepared for an extra spicy mix of: - Millennial gamer nostalgia as "Madison's Funniest Comic" winner Sasha Rosser discusses the economic lessons contained in Ocarina of Time - Storytelling by The Moth StorySLAM champion Alice Pauser - Infotainment and stand-up by rising Chicago comedy star Georgia Marie Gove - A special Legend of Zelda-inspired pole dance number by Mandala Flow! Hosted by: Sasha Rosser ------ Thursday, August 20, 2026 Doors open at 6:30PM, show starts at 7:00PM Crucible 3116 Commercial Avenue Madison, WI 53713 ------ Tickets are $15 advance, $20 DOS. It is recommended to purchase tickets online in order to guarantee seating. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/words-with-nerds-tickets-1992855837456 SPECIAL DISCOUNT FOR STUDENTS (CASH ONLY): $10 cover with a student ID. RSVP on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1654736719124136 ------- Seating is first come, first served. It is suggested that you arrive at the venue when doors open 30 minutes prior to showtime in order to get your pick of seats. Recommended for ages 18+. Per venue rules, you MUST present a valid ID at check-in, and attendees under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Lineup subject to change. We do not offer refunds, but if you purchase a ticket and are unable to attend, please contact Cheshire Cat Comedy at cheshirecatcomedyco@gmail.com to redeem for free admission to a future show of your choice. Refunds are issued automatically in the event of a show's cancellation. --------------------- Words with Nerds mixes TED Talks with stand-up by bringing together local specialists and comedians to present on a topic of their choice. Come for the laughs and walk away with strange new knowledge - previous performers have regaled audiences with presentations about dinosaur rib anatomy, a principal component analysis of the Taco Bell Menu, nipple equality activism in Madison, how people misuse statistics, what can be learned from watching 100 Hallmark movies, how to perform self-surgery, and much, much more. Past presenters span local entrepreneurs, professors, researchers, activists, union organizers, surgeons, engineers, and stand-up comedians with an itch to nerd out on stage. Parties interested in presenting at Words with Nerds are invited to send their pitches to cheshirecatcomedyco@gmail.com . Facebook : https://go.evvnt.com/3757887-2?pid=12279 Date and Time: Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:00 - Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:30 Venue details: Crucible, 3116 Commercial Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin, 53714, United States Category : Arts | Performing Arts | Comedy

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